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Artistic/Production Assistant | Grant Park Music Festival

The Grant Park Music Festival (the Festival) in Chicago, Illinois seeks two (2) full-time Artistic/Production Assistants for the 2018 summer season. The 2018 Festival season runs from June 13 - August 18. The Artistic/Production Assistants report to the General Manager.

KEY DUTIES

Assist in the coordination of rehearsal, performance and special event logistics

Assist in the arrangement of guest artist travel, transport, accommodations and hospitality

Coordinate access to backstage areas with security and front of house personnel

Assist with various guest artist, musician, and artistic leadership needs

COMPENSATION/SCHEDULE

$12.00/hour; up to 40 hours per week. This position is non-exempt. Nights and weekends are required.

Position Start Date: Late May 2018 (specific start date to be determined by mutual agreement)

ABOUT THE FESTIVAL For more than 80 years, the Grant Park Music Festival has been Chicago's summer musical sensation, demonstrating that classical music performed by a world-class orchestra and chorus can have a transformative impact on the city. Showcased in the city's most spectacular setting, the Festival continues to be the summer gathering place for all of Chicago. The Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park is the official home of the Grant Park Music Festival, with free seats available for every concert.